Definition of sousaphone
: a large circular tuba that has a flared adjustable bell — compare helicon
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Origin and Etymology of sousaphone
John Philip Sousa
First Known Use: 1925
SOUSAPHONE Defined for Kids
sousaphone
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sou·sa·phone
\ˈsü-zə-ˌfōn, -sə-\
Definition of sousaphone for Students
: a large circular tuba designed to rest on the player's shoulder and used chiefly in marching bands
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